Time for us to be 'happy sad'. We are sad because Michael and Pascale, the core members of French pop project Watoo Watoo, are calling time on the band. We are happy because at least they are going out it fine style with a final LP -- the new Modern Express. For their swan song, or swan songs, the duo remind us why we treasure their work. The songs are melodic and richly detailed. The scope covers classic French pop, but reflects the jazz and bossa influences, as well as the electropop of Broadcast and Stereolab. The music is sweet and vital, and just makes us happy to be living. Consider it the new soundtrack for your day, especially if you are dashing, footloose, and traveling around France in a cute sports car with an even cuter companion at your side. Or just pretend -- this album will provide the inspiration.
Pascale and Michael are based in Bordeaux. Both have other projects but collaborate after Michael creates some new music, gathers some friends to help with various instruments, and persuades Pascale to provide the vocals. Modern Express is out now in digital and CD formats via Jigsaw Records.
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